All Reviews for Sightseeing / Guided Tours

I didn't see any whales, sea turtles, or dolphins at all. I would appreciate some further explanation regarding the inability to see whales. I believe there was only audio recording, and there were no special announcements. They were distributing tickets for reboarding the next day to those who wanted them, but I couldn't use them due to other plans. Although there is a policy that refunds are not available, I think it would be nice to have some consideration, such as a souvenir, in case we didn't see anything.

クジラもウミガメイルカももいっさい何も見れませんでした。
クジラが見れないことについて何かもう少し解説などあればと思います。
録音の音声だけで、特別なアナウンスはなかったと思います。
翌日再乗船できるチケットを希望者に配布していましたが、他の予定もあるので利用できませんでした。
返金はできないという規定ですが、見れなかった場合には記念品などの配慮があってもよいのではと思いました。

We were told that going to Hawaii we had to go to a luau and we were not disappointed at all! The staff at chiefs luau were absolutely amazing, the food was fantastic but the overall experience is something we'll never forget. Thank you so much for a one of a kind and magical experience. I don't have enough good things to say, just do it!!

We didn't pay for the meal, instead we ate ahead of time. We had a nice time. Saw some whales, but not very close. Still it was worth the price for a morning out on the ocean.

I was overwhelmed by the overly energetic staff and spent 7 to 8 hours laughing!

For the January trip, we gathered around 1 PM to match the sunset time, so I felt it was a bit of a waste to lose the entire afternoon, but that was absolutely not the case, and it turned out to be a very satisfying day.

During the ascent to the summit, they kept talking to us the whole time, and we were able to enjoy sightseeing until we reached Mauna Kea. The miso soup we had along the way was incredibly delicious.

The view from Mauna Kea is a must-see. Although the snowy scenery doesn't feel very Hawaiian, I was so happy to see such a beautiful sunset, starry sky, and moon!!!

Depending on the weather that day, it seems there might be times when you can't see the sunset or stars, but I believe the journey and the scenery along the way are enjoyable enough, and with the staff's attentiveness, you're sure to have a great time.

テンションが高すぎるスタッフに圧倒されつつ、
笑わせられっぱなしの7～8時間でした！

1月の参加は、サンセットの時間に合わせ
13時頃の集合だったので、
午後が丸々つぶれてしまうのが
もったいない気もしていましたが、
全くそんなことはなく、
大満足の１日になりました。

山頂までの間、
ずーーーっとお話してくれて
マウナケアに着くまでも観光が出来ました。
途中頂いたお味噌汁がすごく美味しかったです。

マウナケアの景色は必見。
雪景色でハワイっぽさはないけれど、
あんなにきれいな夕日、星空、月をみれて
幸せでした！！！

その日の天候により、
夕日や星が見えないこともあるみたいですが
そこまでの道のりや景色も十分楽しめるし、なによりスタッフの気配りで楽しめること間違いなしだと思います。

Unfortunately, I couldn't see any whales. However, the weather was nice and the waves were calm, so the breeze felt pleasant. I was satisfied with the view of Waikiki and Diamond Head from offshore.

残念ながらクジラには会えなかったです。
でも良いお天気で波も穏やかだったので風が気持ちよく
沖合から眺めたワイキキやダイヤモンドヘッドで満足しました。

What a great day! Pros: The crew was friendly and helpful, the lunch was tasty and we saw a ton of fish. Our 5 year old had an amazing first snorkeling tour. The slide was a hit!
Cons : we didn't see any Dolphins or turtles but body glove can't control that.

I'm glad we were able to visit all the main sightseeing spots on the all-day tour. The atmosphere at the Polynesian Cultural Center was enjoyable, with the students providing explanations.

一日中のツアーで一通りの観光スポットを回れてよかったです。
ポリネシア文化センターでは学生さんたちが説明してくれて楽しい雰囲気でした。

We spotted a whale a little offshore!! The captain quickly turned the boat, and we were able to see it multiple times. I was particularly moved by the sight of two whales swimming together, following the boat's stern.

少し沖に出た所でくじら発見!!　船長さんが機転をきかして船は旋回し、何度も何度も見ることができました。特に船の船尾を二頭揃って追尾して泳ぐ姿には感動した。

I was disappointed that I couldn't see any whales. It seems that the other people on the same tour also only caught a glimpse, but couldn't see them clearly. The view of the beach and Diamond Head from the sea is beautiful, so I think it's a good tour for first-time visitors to Hawaii. However, for those who have been there multiple times, it might feel a bit lacking.

ホエール見れなくて残念でした。
同じツアーの方も、見えたかも？ぐらいでハッキリとは見えなかったようです。
ビーチやダイヤモンドヘッドを海から見る景色は良いので、ハワイに初めて行く人にはいいツアーだと思います。
何度も行っている人には物足りないと思いました。

I came to Hawaii in January when whales are often seen, so I decided to sign up for a tour. It ended in the morning, which made it easy to plan my day.

There were not many Japanese people.

Since the pickup was around 7 AM, I had lunch in my room. It seemed like there was time to have breakfast before the boat reached the whale watching point, so a plan that included breakfast might have been nice.

Although I couldn't see them up close, I was able to see dolphins and whales multiple times. I wondered if there are days when you can't see them.

Just seeing Diamond Head from the boat is worth it.

クジラが良くいる1月にハワイに来たので、せっかくなので申し込みました。
午前中に終わるので予定か立てやすかったです。

日本人は少なかったです。

ピックアップが7時頃でしたので、昼食は部屋で取りました。
船がクジラポイント近くに来るまでに朝食が食べれるようでしたので
朝食付きプランでもよかったかも。

近くでは見ることができませんでしたが

何度も、イルカ・クジラを見ることができて
見れない日があるのかな　とも思いました。

船からダイヤモンドヘッドを見るだけでも価値があります。

I have been to Oahu, Hawaii Island, and Maui many times, but I had never been to Kauai because I had a strong image of it being rural! However, I was surprised when I went! It was the most mystical island! There are many wonderful places to visit, but the breathtaking views of Waimea Canyon truly overwhelmed me! The guide provided detailed information, so I think even first-time solo travelers can enjoy it with peace of mind!

オアフ島、ハワイ島、マウイ島は何度も行ったことがありますが、カウアイ島は田舎というイメージが強くて一度も行ったことありませんでした！
でも、行ってびっくり！一番神秘的な島でした！
素晴らしい場所はたくさんまわりますが、ワイメアキャニオンの絶景は本当に圧倒しました！
ガイドさんも細かく教えてくれて、初めての1人旅行でも安心して楽しめると思います！

From the hotel pickup, thanks to the high-energy and entertaining talk of our tour guide, Macchan, I became friends with the other participants, and it was a tour filled with laughter from start to finish. Considering the various knowledge about nature, safe driving on steep mountain roads, and the best tour adjustments based on the day's weather, I’m really glad I participated in this tour instead of going on my own.

I heard that Macchan is also studying photography, and he took many beautiful photos with a DSLR. I was able to download stunning shots of the starry sky, sunset, and group photos that I couldn't capture with my mirrorless camera, which became wonderful keepsakes.

I was truly impressed by Macchan's hospitality! Thank you very much for everything. Next time, I want to show my parents that breathtaking view.

ホテルピックアップの時からツアーガイドまっちゃんのハイテンションな面白いトークのお陰で、他の参加者の方々とも仲良くなり、終始笑いの絶えないツアーでした。また、自然に関する様々な知識、険しい山道の中での安全運転、その日の天候に応じた最善のツアー等を鑑みると、自力で行くのではなくこのツアーに参加していてよかったと思います。
カメラの勉強もなさっているとのことで、一眼レフできれいな写真を沢山撮影してくださり、持参したミラーレスでは写せなかった星空やサンセット、集合写真等も無料でダウンロードでき、とてもいい記念になりました。
まっちゃんのホスピタリティには、感激しきりでした！大変お世話になりました。
今度は、両親にもあの絶景を見せてあげたいです。

I was surprised to see whales near Waikiki. The food was delicious, and we had a great time making leis as a family.

ワイキキ近くでクジラが見えるとはびっくりしました。料理もおいしかったですし、レイ作りも家族で楽しく作れました

To be honest, I didn't think it would be possible to see whales this reliably. I wasn't able to see them jumping out of the water, but I was satisfied to see rainbows when they spouted water.

実際のところ見れないことはないとは思いますが、ここまで確実にホエールウォッチングができるとは思っていませんでした。海面上でジャンプするのを見ることができませんでしたが、潮を吹くときに虹が出たりするのも見れたりして満足です。

The weather was nice, so we were able to see sea turtles from the boat and enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery. We also had a jungle exploration in a vehicle like a jeep, visiting many movie filming locations, including Jurassic World. The lunch buffet was delicious too.

天気がよかったせいもあり船から海ガメをみることができたり、綺麗な山の景色を堪能しました。またジープのような車でシャングル探検あり、ジュラシックワールドなど数多くの映画ロケ地をめぐりなど楽しめます。昼食のバイキングも美味しいですよ。

Sam was our driver and tour guide. He was very informative and we learned a lot about not just The North Shore but also Hawaii.
We were able to change activities if when we checked them out we changed our mind. Sam explained the activities well and made everyone feel comfortable.

Such a great experience- travel up the Wailua River, learn about history (Hawaiian and movie), visit the beautiful fern grotto, and learn the hula on your boat ride back to the dock. Easygoing and enchanting, photographic and peaceful.

I chose a movie location tour and a private beach. The movie location tour was led by a Japanese driver and guide, who was very interesting and enjoyable to talk to. I was surprised to learn that a lot of filming took place at this ranch, more than I expected. I plan to watch the movies he introduced to me. I enjoyed the magnificent nature that is not commonly seen in Japan.

The lunch (buffet) was quite good! My husband and kids had plenty of pineapple. We ate at various places during our trip, but the food here was quite delicious (it was perfectly ripe).

After lunch, we went to the private beach, but everything was in English!

When I used the service, I think about 30% of the guests were Japanese, but after arriving, the information regarding the meeting time, important notes for use, and the locations of changing rooms and restrooms were all in English. My husband and I strained to listen and tried to understand, but it wasn't presented in a way that was easy for Japanese people to follow, so we could only catch a few words.

In the end, I didn't understand the meeting time, so I just observed the surroundings... (It got hectic, and we ended up being last). I understood the rest through a mix of a few words and gestures, but since it was important information, I wish they had at least posted a printed sheet somewhere.

I had high expectations for the beach, but the water clarity was almost nonexistent, and I couldn't find any fish. (Were there any?)

There were quite a few rocks for a beach, and when I fell while stand-up paddling, all of my family ended up injuring their feet. However, I think it would cost around $30 to use it on the beach, so it was good to try it for free here.

I love beaches and have been to many, but this one was a bit disappointing. The free rentals were nice, though, as they had various options (including kayaks).

When we returned from the beach, there was no time to check out the souvenir shop, and we had to take the bus back immediately. If you're planning to buy souvenirs, I think it would be good to go during lunch. There were various items that were different from those in Waikiki, so I regret not being able to see them.

映画ロケ地めぐりと、プライベートビーチを選択しました。
映画ロケ地めぐりは、日本人のドライバー兼ガイドさんで、
お話すごく面白くてとても良かったです（＾＾）
思った以上にこの牧場で沢山の撮影がされていてびっくり。
紹介してもらった映画、見てみようと思ってます。
日本では見慣れない雄大な自然が楽しめました。

昼食（バイキング）はふつうにおいしかったです！
旦那と子供達はパイナップル沢山おかわりしていました。
旅行中いろいろなところで食べましたが、ここのはかなり美味しかったです。
（いい感じに熟してました）

昼食後はプライベートビーチでしたがなんと全部英語でした！！

私が利用したときは３割ぐらいは日本人が居たと思うのですが
ついてからの
・集合時間
・利用にあたっての注意事項
・着替え室やトイレの場所
も全部英語です。
夫婦で耳を必死に立てて、なんとか聞き取ろうとしましたが
いわゆる日本人に分かりやすくゆっくりお話しされてる感じではなかったので
単語ちょっと拾えるぐらいでした；；

集合時間結局分からなかったのでなんとなくまわりの様子を見て…
（慌ただしくなっちゃってギリギリ最後になっちゃいました）
他は、なんとなくの単語とジェスチャーで理解しましたが、
大事な事なのでせめて、プリント1枚どこかに貼っておいて欲しかったです。

ビーチは、期待してたんですが透明度はほぼ無く魚は見つけられませんでした。
（いたのかな？）

ビーチの割に岩が多くて、
スタンドアップバドルで転んだ時に、家族全員足をけがしてしまいました（；；）
でも、ビーチで利用すると30ドルぐらいはかかると思うので、ここで無料で試せて良かったです。

ビーチが好きで、あちこち行ってるのですがビーチ自体は微妙かな？
無料レンタル自体は色々あって良かったです。（カヤックとかもあったし）

ビーチから戻ったら、お土産屋さん見る時間無くすぐ帰るバスでした；
お土産買おうと思ってる方は、お昼ごはんのときに行かれると良いと思います。
ワイキキとは違ったもの色々あったので、見たかったなー残念。

I will be boarding the Star of Honolulu, which I've always admired! It's a very beautiful and large ship, and the restrooms are really clean and comfortable.

I opted for the buffet, and I heard that on the day of the cruise, you can add an extra person for $12 for more food. The buffet was very delicious, and I went back for seconds on the sausages! The drink options are plentiful, and you can buy tasty alcoholic beverages if you're willing to spend a little more.

I'm the type to get seasick, and I forgot to bring my motion sickness medication, so I was a bit anxious. However, the ship is large, so it didn't sway much, and I had no problems at all.

The only disappointing thing was that we didn't see any whales. I was excited to join because it was said that there was a high chance of seeing them, but we didn't see any whales, sea turtles, or dolphins—nothing at all. We just ended up staring at the horizon for the entire time.

For those who didn't see anything, there is a free return ticket for the next time, but it seems that it’s only valid for this season and must be used by April of this year. Also, it doesn't include hotel pick-up or the buffet.

Since I only go to Hawaii about once a year, I can't use such a short-term ticket! Moreover, the explanations were given in English, so we, who only understand Japanese, were confused about where to collect the tickets. It seemed that many people returned home without receiving their tickets.

I think it would be helpful if there were a few more staff members who could speak Japanese.

憧れのスターオブホノルル号に乗車します(^ ^)とっても綺麗な大きい船でトイレもすごく綺麗で快適です^ ^

ビュッフェ付きにしましたが、当日にプラス1人12ドルで料理を追加できるとのことでした(*^◯^*)ブュッフェもとても美味しくてウインナーは何回もおかわりしました(^ ^)♡
飲み物も充実していますし、お金を出せば美味しいお酒も買えます！
船酔いするタイプの私ですのですが酔い止めを忘れて乗ってしまい不安でした。ですが船自体が大きいのでそこまで揺れず全く問題なかったです。

ただ一つ残念だったのが、ホエールが見えなかったことです。高い確率で見られるとのことでワクワクして参加しましたが、ホエールは勿論。ウミガメもイルカも何も見えませんでした。
見えないのをただただひたすら海の水平線を眺めて終わりました。

見えなかった方には次回の無料乗船券がもらえるのですが、今期のみで今年の4月までに行かなくてはならないそうで、ホテルへの送迎やブュッフェは付属しないとのことでした。

ハワイに行くのは一年に一度程度ですので、そんなに短い期間の乗船券だと使えません！！
しかも英語で説明されるので日本語しかわからない我々はどこでチケットをもらっていいかわからず戸惑いました。
チケットをもらわずわからないまま帰宅した方も大勢おられたようでした。

もう少し日本語ができるスタッフがいてくれると助かると思います。

We did the Circle Island Tour, small group tour which was fantastic. I cannot say enough about this tour. It was approx. 11.5 hours but the day flew by. Our driver Kevin was amazing and informed us about everything. It was a maximum 12 people which made it very enjoyable. Our lunch break we stopped at an Orchid shop and our driver had picked us up Bento Boxes, it was delicious. We saw everything from waterfalls, rain forest, black sand beach, lava tubes, lava fields, and volcanoes and so much more. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone. Well worth the money.
Thank you for the great tour.

I participated with my children aged 21, 13, 8, and 5. It was a very fun day, seeing sets from movies I had seen before.

21才、13才、8才、5才の子供達と参加しました。
見たことのある映画のセットをみたりとても楽しい１日でした。

We experienced this with my husband at the end of the year. For those who will participate in the future, I highly recommend bringing a knit hat and a neck warmer. While ski wear is provided, your head will be cold!! They did lend us knit hats (and I gave in to the cold), but I felt a bit hesitant to wear a hat that someone else had worn (laughs). Also, I wore thick socks, so I didn't mind, but many people mentioned their ankles were cold, so I think wearing high-top shoes or boots, or socks that cover the ankles would be a good idea.

This is our experience, and as the title suggests, it was a very satisfying tour! First of all, the best part was the weather!! Since it's something we can't control, it was really great that it was sunny, and we could see the sunset and the starry sky beautifully. Next, we were able to take a lot of photos! I brought a DSLR camera, but it was cold at the summit, and my hands were freezing, so we couldn't take good pictures ourselves. However, the instructor took many photos of the scenery and us with their DSLR. The photos taken with the starry sky are ones we definitely couldn't have captured ourselves, so I was really happy about that. It became a wonderful memory of our trip to Hawaii!

年末に主人と体験してきました。
これから参加する人は、ぜひ、ニット帽、ネックウォーマーを持っていくことをお勧めします。
スキーウエアは貸してもらえるけれど、頭が寒い！！
ニット帽も貸してもらえたけれど（そして、寒さに負けたけど）、誰かがかぶった帽子をかぶるのは、ちょっと抵抗を感じました（笑）
あと、わたしは厚手の靴下をはいていったので気になりませんでしたが、足首が寒いと言っている人が多くいたので、ハイカットの靴とか、ブーツとか、足首の隠れる靴下をはいていくといいと思います。

私たちの体験談ですが、タイトル通り、大満足！なツアーでした。
まず、１番よかったのは、天気！！
私たちの力ではどうにもならない部分だけに、晴れていて、サンセットも星空もきれいに見えたのが本当に良かったです。
次は、写真をたくさん撮ってもらえたこと！
一眼カメラを持って行ったけど、山頂は寒くて、手も冷たくて、なかなか自分たちでは上手に撮ることはできませんでした。でも、インストラクターさんが持ってた一眼で、景色も、私たちの写真も何枚も撮ってくれました。星空と撮ってもらった写真は絶対に自分たちでは撮れない写真なので、うれしかったです。
ハワイ旅行のいい思い出になりました！

On the day of our visit, the summit was closed due to strong winds, but we were laughing from the car at the guide's talk. It wasn't just comedy; we were all surprised by the guide's extensive knowledge and techniques, almost like a home appliance comedian. We were able to take many beautiful and fun photos. Even though the summit was closed, the guide negotiated uniquely to secure a great spot for stargazing, allowing us to see it perfectly without anyone else around.

当日は強風で山頂クローズでしたが、車中から案内時のトークに笑い転げてました。しかしただのお笑いではなく、まるで家電芸人の様な豊富な撮影知識とテクニックに一同びっくり。綺麗で楽しい写真をたくさん撮る事が出来ました。クローズでも独自の交渉で星空観察ポイントも良い場所確保してもらい他店のいない所でばっちり見られました。

Wow, what a wonderful experience! The fern grotto was breathtaking and I loved how they taught us how to hula!

Our guide was very knowledgeable and attentive to detail. Viewing the volcano in the light and then at night was awesome. The restaurant was so cozy and had great food. Afterwards we hiked thru a fern forest to a lava tube. Amazing!

I leisurely went horseback riding along the North Shore beach. The well-trained horses trotted through the forest and along the seaside paths. It was a pleasant experience while watching people sunbathing and fishing, enjoying the waves of the North. During my stroll in Haleiwa, I also enjoyed an avocado burger and shave ice, making it a very satisfying tour.

ノースショアの海辺をのんびり乗馬しました。よく訓練された馬達で林の中や海辺の道を　ポコポコ。日光浴や釣りをしている人、ノースの波を見ながらの気持ちの良い体験でした。ハレイワの散策ではアボガドバーガーやシェイブアイスも食べて大満足のツアーでした。

We saw beautiful sunset and city views on the ocean. The food was great. I think it was the most delicious lobster and steak I've ever eaten. The service was fantastic. I will join the dinner cruise again next time I'm in Hawaii.

So I decided to propose on this particular cruise, and I couldn't have picked a more romantic, thoughtful, and special cruise to do it. I was so incredibly nervous, but the customer service rep was extremely communicative and responsive for my specific request. John, the captain of the vessel, was so knowledgable in the marine life, that my fiance and I asked if he had majored in Marine Biology in college. He had a lot of passion for the marine life and he spent a lot of time speaking with us. Also, the wait staff was beyond courteous, they took pictures of my engagement, and they made us feel so special with their champagne toast.

I also set-up an original song to sing for my fiance, and the musician onboard actually learned my song before-hand, and played it perfectly as I sang it in front of 40 strangers! His tunes really bring that cool, Hawaiian vibe, and the MC was great with her meticulous tour and crowd work. I couldn't have asked for a better sunset, a perfect location, and the greatest staff that I have probably ever encountered. That's saying a lot as I had been a musician on several international five-star cruise lines in the past. I would HIGHLY recommend this cruise to anyone looking for a special event with incredible food.

I was surprised how accessible the tour was! I've never seen a motor coach with a wheelchair lift before. Our guide, Mike, was top notch! One important suggestion: call well in advance to schedule wheelchair transportation. I actually had to change our tour date, but it worked out perfectly. I also recommend the longer tour. We were only able to get through about 1/3 of the audio tour, which I also highly recommend. It was a wonderful experience from beginning to end!

At the very last moment, a whale appeared.
I wondered if it would show up again.
The moment I tried to go inside the boat,

it spouted!
It appeared.
Thank you, whale.

I couldn't take a photo of the whale.

最後の最後にクジラあらわる。
もうあらわれないかな？
船内に入ろうした瞬間、

潮吹き！
出現。
ありがとう クジラさん

クジラの写真は撮れませんでした。